Payton Otterdahl proposes

Payton Otterdahl, an American shot putter, proposed to his girlfriend Maddy Nilles next to the Eiffel Tower during the 2024 Olympics, sharing their engagement on Instagram with heartfelt photos. The couple, both former competitors in shot put at North Dakota State University, celebrated their moment in the 'City of Love' as Nilles expressed her joy in an Instagram story. Just a day prior, Otterdahl finished fourth in the men’s shot put final, narrowly missing a medal, while teammates Ryan Crouser and Joe Kovacs secured gold and silver, respectively. Otterdahl reflected on his performance, acknowledging the sting of fourth place but expressing pride in his achievements. The romantic atmosphere at the Olympics has seen several athletes making similar commitments, highlighting a wave of engagements among competitors. As Otterdahl looks toward future competitions, he remains hopeful for continued representation of the USA.